Essential Istanbul
		Ancient Kingdoms offers you a small taste of a city worthy of an entire feast. Sample Istanbul's endless variety of awesome historical sights, scenic landmarks and word-class shopping... then come back for more!

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DAYS	4 days / 3 nights
DEPARTURE	Istanbul
HOLIDAY TYPE	Ministay
DEPARTURE DATES	Daily
ITINERARY
Day 1	Arrival transfer to your central hotel.
Day 2	Full day tour to discover the fabulous treasures of Istanbul- Topkapi Palace, St Sophia and the stunning Blue Mosque. After lunch visit the Grand Covered Bazaar and the historic Hippodrome. (B,L)
Day 3	Morning visit to the city's Spice Market, then take a leisurely cruise on the Bosphorus waterway between Europe & Asia. Afternoon free. (B)
Day 4	Departure transfer to the airport.(B)
	HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS
	Accommodation with private facilities 3 breakfasts and 1 lunch Return airport transfers Istanbul sightseeing by coach including entrance fees
	NOTES
	Note: Grand Bazaar & Spice market closed Sundays. City tour sightseeing may vary.

  

Hotel choices
Four Seasons Hotel Platinum	Conrad Hotel Deluxe	Sultanhan Special Category	Alzer Special Category
Located in Sultanhamet just steps away from the Blue Mosque and Tokapi Palace. The hotel has been created from a century-old neoclassic Turkish prison right in the heart of this historic city. Amenities include: 24hr reception, restaurants and bars, fitness facilities and sauna. The rooms feature: cable TV, plasma screen, A/C, DVD player, minibar, and in room safe	Pre tour hotel for the Glories of Turkey. Centrally located adjacent to Yidiz Palace, with views of the Bosphorus Strait and Istanbul.  Hotel Facilities: indoor and outdoor pools, sauna, spa and gym, 4 restaurants and bars.  Room features: A/C, satellite TV, wireless interned, hair dryer, mini bar, tea & coffee making facilities, in room safe.	Located in a quiet area only 200m from the Blue Mosque and St Sophia. This brand new hotel is very tastefully decorated. All rooms have parquet flooring, bathtubs and are equipped with A/C, safe deposit box, minibar, hairdryer, satellite TV and a wireless internet connection.	A 22 room historic Ottoman house, located at the historical Hippodrome overlooking the Blue Mosque.  Sit and absorb the history and culture from the comfort of the hotel.  Hotel features: restaurant, bar and sidewalk cafe, lifts.  Room feature: A/C, satellite TV, mini bar, wireless internet, hair dryer and in room safe.
Orka Royal Moderate First Class	Faros Hotel First Class	Asur Hotel Budget	Fehmi Bay Tourist Class
Located in the historical part of Istanbul and walking distance to the Sultanhamet area, Grand Bazaar, St Sophia and the Egyptian Spice Market.  The hotel offers: pool, restaurants, bar, 24hr reception and internet access.  Rooms feature: A/C, satellite TV, and minibar.	Located only 200m from the Blue Mosque,this new boutique hotel offers great style and refinement. Room facilities include A/C, hairdryer, LCD satellite TV, music, minibar, wireless internet access, safe deposit box and tea/coffee making facilities.	Located conveniently close to the Grand Bazzar, the Blue Mosque and Tokapi Palace. The hotel features: Wifi and a terrace restaurant. The rooms are comfortable and are equipped with A/c, minibar and satellite TV	This boutique hotel is located in a lively area 2 minutes from St Sophia. The rooftop bar-restaurant terrace offers great views of the Blue Mosque and the Sea of Marmara.  All the rooms are equipped with A/C, safe wireless internet, satellite TV and hairdryer